Cheap Apartments for Rent in the South Jackson Neighborhood of Jackson, MS from $300 (85 Rentals)

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Capitol Art Lofts
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Capitol Art Lofts

210-236 W Capitol StJackson, MS 39201
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The Vintage Apartments
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

The Vintage Apartments

624 Ellis AveJackson, MS 39209
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Vintage Apartments
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Vintage Apartments

621 Houston AveJackson, MS 39209
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The Rio Apartments
1 Bedroom Apartments

The Rio Apartments

645 Rio StJackson, MS 39202
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Palms at Jackson
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Palms at Jackson

2625 Belvedere DrJackson, MS 39212
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Ashton Gardens
1 Bedroom Apartments

Ashton Gardens

3450 Albermarle RdJackson, MS 39213
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Belhaven Springs
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Belhaven Springs

730 N Jefferson StJackson, MS 39202
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Northwest Plaza
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Northwest Plaza

1605 N West StJackson, MS 39202
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South Jackson, Jackson, MS Local Guide

Cheapest Available South Jackson Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the South Jackson area of Jackson, MS is a 2 Beds unit found at Briarcliff South priced from $705. Magnolia Park has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $745. Here are the most affordable South Jackson apartments for rent in Jackson, MS:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Briarcliff South2x12BR,1BA$705
Magnolia ParkOne Bedroom One Bath 601BR,1BA$745
WestwoodA21BR,1BA$750
The Retreat at Lakeside Apartments1 BD 1 BA1BR,1BA$750
Nejam Properties1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$755
Southbrook Gardens Apartments2 BED 1 BATH2BR,1BA$783
The Residences at Glen OaksTwo Bedroom2BR,2BA$795
Woodridge Apartments1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$800
River Bend Apartments1 BD / 1 BA1BR,1BA$820
The Park at Queens Court1 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom Silver1BR,1BA$825

Best Value Apartments for Rent in South Jackson, MS

As of June 05, 2026 the best value apartment in the South Jackson area is the $1.10 price per square foot 3x2 Renovated Model at MidSouth 301 in the in the South West neighborhood starting from $1,399. The second greatest value South Jackson apartment is the 2 Bedroom Model at Cameron Park Apartments starting at $1,088 with a $0.91 price per square foot in the North Jackson neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for South Jackson apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
MidSouth 3013x2 Renovated3BR,2BA$1.10
Cameron Park Apartments2 Bedroom2BR,2BA$0.91
The Residences at Glen OaksTwo Bedroom2BR,2BA$0.79
Arbor Park Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.09
Clinton CommonsOne Bedroom/ Bath and Half1BR,1.5BA$1.11
Graystone HillsOne Bedroom One Bathroom1BR,1BA$1.07
Southbrook Gardens Apartments2 BED 1 BATH2BR,1BA$0.95
Nejam Properties2 Beds, 1 bath2BR,1BA$1.09
Woodridge Apartments1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$1.00
Morningside Terrace1BR/1BA1BR,1BA$1.09

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Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary | ApartmentHomeLiving.com Renter University

From the letter A all the way to the letter Z, the Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary from the content team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provides our visitors and shoppers with a little clarity and helpful guidance in navigating the real estate world through definitions and explainers for the top subjects and terms that someone may come across during the leasing, buying, or selling process.

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
South Jackson, Jackson, MS

Ranked #2

Among cities in Mississippi for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

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Lifestyle Ratings

ApartmentHomeLiving.com compares millions of points of data to bring you our detailed rental search system called 'Lifestyle ratings', composed of rentals and neighborhoods across the USA, and customized analysis for Jackson, Mississippi. LifeStyle Ratings are a useful tool for comparing and sorting apartments and neighborhoods when choosing your rental home. This takes in many factors including rankings of the best places for the best outdoor access, luxury amenities, transit availability, pet-friendly communities, family-friendliness, and other valuable search options. Use Lifestyle Search in the site filter options on this page - and find your Perfect place!

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap South Jackson Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in South Jackson?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in South Jackson is at The Pointe at East River Place listed at $890.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom South Jackson Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom South Jackson Apartment is $725 at Briarcliff South.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom South Jackson Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in South Jackson is starting from $705 at Briarcliff South.

What is the most affordable South Jackson Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap South Jackson Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Southbrook Gardens Apartments and starts from $896.

Expert Rental Resources

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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Neighborhood and Market Insights: How to Choose the Right Area to Rent

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A Seasoned Property Manager's Step-by-Step Guide to Getting Your Deposit Back

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